Cote d'Ivoire is a country in Africa along the western coast of the Continent.
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Cote d'Ivoire!!!

Historical Happenings
Before 1900 - - -

1637- France made its first contact with Cote d'Ivoire
1893- Officially became a French colony, Captain Binger being the first governor
Since 1900 - - -
1904-1958- Cote d'Ivoire was a constituent unit of the Federiation of French West Africa
August 7, 1960- Cote d'Ivoire became independent

Past or Current Political Figure
Past Political Figure - - -
Captain Binger- the first governor of Cote d'Ivoire
Current Political Figure - - -
President Gbagbo- recent president of Cote d'Ivoire

Five EXCELENT resources of Cote d'Ivoire
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Corn is yummy
1. Cocoa
2. Coffee
3. Timber
4. Corn
5. Rice










Current or Recent Local Event
March 25- Two towns in western Cote d'Ivoire have been shut off by two days riots by disgruntled Ivorian soldiers
March 28- President Laurent Gbagbo has reaffirmed his support for soro.

What Tourists need to Know!!!!!
1. A good time to go is November-February (cool&dry)
2. For a nice stay all you need to bring is $30 a day (nice hotel, restaurants)

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Flag of Cote d'Ivoire

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